Information Technology

Information Technology at Bushnell

Vision

To provide and support the technological framework necessary to advance the mission of the university.

Mission

IT engages the students, faculty and staff of Bushnell University by building and providing secure and reliable systems; managing technological change and risk; and fostering innovation and technical competence across the university.

Values

Responsive. Professional. Efficient.

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What to bring to campus

Computer Specs

Welcome to Bushnell! While it isn’t required, many students choose to bring a laptop or desktop. If you choose to do so, the IT department recommends the following specifications:

Windows Computer:

• Laptop or Desktop
• Windows 10 or 11
• Intel i5 processor or better, or an AMD processor from the last 5 years
• 8 gigabytes of RAM
• Up-to-date Antivirus software

Apple Computer:

• iMac or MacBook (Pro or Air/standard) from within the last 5 years

NOTE: Chromebooks, iPads, and phones may help complete course requirements, but are not typically sufficient nor recommended as the primary device for completing academic coursework or exams.  Most courses will require features only available on a traditional Windows or Apple computer.

Where can I print?

Students receive printing credit each term that can be used on a high quality color laser printer in the library. You are welcome to bring a printer from home, but many students enjoy using their library print quota rather than buying their own printer ink.

If you do choose to bring a printer, we do not recommend wireless printers. These typically don’t provide much security and the dorm network is shared with many others. If you already have a wireless printer, we recommend disabling the wireless functionality and connecting directly to the printer with a USB cable.

Free copy of Microsoft Office for students

Enrolled students can download a copy of Microsoft Office Suite for up to five devices (including tablets) once they receive a Bushnell account. This access is available as long as the student remains actively enrolled at Bushnell University. For more information, visit https://helpdesk.bushnell.edu/kb/faq.php?id=246.

Students using Apple computers are strongly urged to install Microsoft Office Suite since written assignments are to be submitted as a Word.docx or PowerPoint.pptx.

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Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

The university collects and stores only the information that you knowingly provide to us using our Web sites’ registration form(s), including but not limited to: your name, address, and phone number. We may request additional information if you order a product or service, request information, or participate in a survey via one of our Web site(s). Additionally, your Internet domain, IP address, and session usage information (which does not identify you personally) may be used to help us improve the content and performance of our Web site(s). Your sole option, if you do not wish to provide all requested information, is to not participate in a Bushnell University web site.

Use of Cookies

Some pages on our site(s) may use “cookies” to enhance your online experience. Cookies are small pieces of data that are temporarily placed on your computer’s hard drive to help identify you. The cookies that we place on your hard drive remain active only while your browser is open. They are not used to collect personal information. Your Web browser may allow you to be notified when you are receiving a cookie, giving you the choice to accept it or not. If you choose not to accept cookies, some pages may not function fully and you may not be able to access certain information on our site(s).

Links from Bushnell University Website(s)

University web site(s) may contain links to other sites. The university is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such web sites.

How your information is used

We do not sell, rent, provide or otherwise share your individual information with any third parties. The university may use information you have disclosed to us as follows:

• To send you information about our organization and our products and services.
• To contact you, when necessary (at your request, for example).
• To help diagnose problems with our server or web site(s).
• To administer our web site(s).

Student Information Usage

For information on the university’s compliance with the Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA), see our record policies.

Changes to our Privacy Policy

Our privacy policy may change from time to time. Any changes will be noted here. Contact the university if you would like to change information that you have provided to us, opt-out of future university mailings, or have questions about our privacy statement or web site(s).